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Robert Morris University is a private, coeducational university located in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. It was established in 1921 and named after Robert Morris, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. The university offers more than 30 undergraduate, 10 graduate and over 3 doctoral degree programs. RMU’s campus is spread across an area of 230 acres. It is organized into the following academic divisions:
RMU's sports teams are nicknamed the Colonials and compete in the NCAA Division I's Northeast Conference.
Robert Morris University is located in a large suburb, in Moon Township, PA. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Robert Morris University top out at the Doctoral degree.
Students at the school often study business and management and computer science and engineering.
The admissions department at Robert Morris University does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 440 to 530 in 2007. A quarter of students admitted in 2007 scored 570 or higher on the math SAT.
The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors. By paying its faculty better than most schools, the school tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.
Robert Morris University offers classes to 5,055 students (3,921 full-time equivalent).
Many students live in housing on or near campus. Robert Morris University does offer meal plans to students. Students sports include formal participation in Northeast Conference competitions.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"As a private, comprehensive institution committed to active learning and student success, Robert Morris University is recognized for integrating liberal arts with a professionally focused, applied education that prepares students for leadership in a rapidly changing world."
More complete details are provided below.
Robert Morris University
6001 University Boulevard
Moon Township, PA 15108-1189
General Phone: (412) 262-8200
http://www.rmu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 645 | business management, marketing, accounting, organizational behavior, MIS, finance, taxation, human resources, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 275 | elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, curriculum and instruction, business teaching |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 108 | information science, systems analyst, computer security, computer services management, software engineering |
| Liberal Arts | 56 | interdisciplinary studies, social services, English, economics, liberal arts and sciences |
| Media | 53 | communication studies |
| Engineering | 45 | engineering management, manufacturing engineering, engineering |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 37 | registered nursing, clinical nurse specialist |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 36 | sports and fitness management |
| Hospitality | 29 | hospitality management, tourism and travel |
| Design | 24 | design and visual communication |
| Mathematics | 16 | applied mathematics |
| Medical Administration | 4 | health care administration, health services administration |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 3 | environmental science |
| Therapy And Counseling | 1 | psychology |
| Medical Support And Technology | 0 | nuclear medical tech |
| Transportation | 0 | aviation operations |
Number of programs and degrees for Robert Morris University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 773 | 35 |
| Master's degree | 385 | 18 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 153 | 2 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 12 | 6 |
| Doctor's degree | 6 | 4 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 2 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 1 | 2 |
In 2007, Robert Morris University had a total enrollment of 5,055 students (3,921 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 58% |
| Women | 42% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 75% |
| Graduate | 25% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 79% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 9% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 81% |
| Maryland | 4% |
| Ohio | 3% |
| (International Students) | 3% |
| New York | 2% |
| Florida | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| West Virginia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 73 % |
| Part-Time | 50 % |
Robert Morris University offers campus housing for 1,323 of its 3,921 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Coraopolis, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,938 | 2,223 | 76% | 667 | 30% |
| Men | 1,554 | 1,223 | 79% | 386 | 32% |
| Women | 1,384 | 1,000 | 72% | 281 | 28% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 440 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 89% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 9% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 17,900 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,900 |
| Room and board | $ 9,120 |
| Room charge | $ 4,940 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,180 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,100 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,500 |
Financial Aid:
Robert Morris University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 335900)
Robert Morris University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 69 | 20 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 35 | 44 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 5 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 10 | $109,714 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 13 | $93,681 | 7 | $92,465 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 3 | $92,626 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 25 | $98,737 | 12 | $94,363 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 20 | $89,634 | 7 | $84,775 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 17 | $74,954 | 12 | $68,407 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 42 | $66,779 | 34 | $66,947 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 4 | $27,512 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 80 | $73,742 | 57 | $66,677 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Northeast Conference |
| Basketball | Northeast Conference |
| Track | Northeast Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 139 | 134 | 273 |
| Track | 26 | 24 | 50 |
| Basketball | 15 | 13 | 28 |
| Football | 26 | 0 | 26 |
| All Other Sports | 72 | 97 | 169 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Actuarial Science
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Logistics and Materials Management
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Operations Management and Supervision
Organizational Behavior Studies
Taxation
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Software Engineering
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst
Computer and Information Systems Security
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Business Teacher Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING
Engineering, General
Engineering/Industrial Management
Manufacturing Engineering
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
Tourism and Travel Services Management
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Social Sciences, General
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Services Administration
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Robert Morris University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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